A 72-year-old man is prescribed theophylline for symptomatic relief of bronchial asthma. Which of the following findings would alert the nurse to the need for close monitoring?
A) Enlarged prostate gland
B) Need for additional bronchodilation
C) Signs of an active lung infection
D) Hypersensitivity to povidone
A
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According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the need to know and understand information is considered
a. a high-level need. c. a physiologic need. b. a low-level need. d. not important in a critical care setting.
The nurse provides teaching about phenytoin (Dilantin) to the mother of a school-age client with a seizure disorder. Which statement made by the mother indicates that teaching has been effective?
A) "I will give his medicine on an empty stomach so he will absorb it better." B) "I will check his gums and increase visits to the dentist." C) "I will use a carbonated beverage to dilute his medication." D) "I will let him chew his tablet."
A client is being admitted for "hematochezia." The nurse would plan to assess for
a. blood in the stool. b. blood in the urine. c. large frothy stools. d. manifestations of malabsorption.
The nurse is caring for a client with a fracture of the right humerus. Which of the following assessment findings could be an early sign of fat emboli?
A) abdominal cramping B) confusion C) numbness in the right hand D) headache